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Dr. Akil Merchant, MD

Dr. Akil Merchant, MD

Hematology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Akil Merchant, MD is a hematologist in Los Angeles, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 2000. He is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 5 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Cedars-Sinai Blood & Marrow Transplant

127 S San Vicente Blvd # 7 Los Angeles, CA 90048

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(310) 423-1160

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Merchant is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center West Hollywood, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Merchant specializes in the area of Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Merchant's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merchant

5.0
9 ratings, 8 with a written review
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Absolutely amazing ever time! I can't say enough amazing things about Dr. Merchant and his team.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 16, 2025
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Doctor gave me a lot of information very polite an concern about his patients
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 12, 2025
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Both the fellow and the Dr were very patient and carefully explained my medical condition and options
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 03, 2024
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Dr. Merchant is exceptionally good at understanding and explaining what he sees. Very passionate and proactive in finding solutions as well.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 13, 2024
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Amazing virtual appt. Dr. Merchant was very thorough, he explained all the options for my cancer care and listened to my questions and concerns.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 23, 2024
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I really appreciate Dr. Merchant and his team. There take the time to answer our questions and explain things in a manor we can understand.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 11, 2023
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I would highly recommend Cedars to anyone dealing with Cancer. There is no place I would rather be.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 29, 2023
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My mom was diagnosed with Leukemia type all in June 2013. Meeting Dr.Merchant was one of the best things to happen to us. He is a great doctor and I'm glad he treated my mom. She was going to be 2 years cancer free on Jan 28 2016 but unfortunately she passed away from other health complications. Dr. Merchant along with Raquel Caldera and their nurse Ashley helped my mom a lot throughout years and my mom and I were very grateful to have them.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jocelyn Parra in Bell, CA – Feb 27, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Akil Merchant, MD, is an NIH funded physician-scientist who focuses on developing new treatments for blood cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma. In particular, he studies how interactions between tumor cells, cancer stem cells and the tumor immune...read more

biography

Akil Merchant, MD, is an NIH funded physician-scientist who focuses on developing new treatments for blood cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma. In particular, he studies how interactions between tumor cells, cancer stem cells and the tumor immune...read more

  • Hematology

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  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Cedars-Sinai Blood & Marrow Transplant

Cedars-Sinai Blood & Marrow Transplant127 S San Vicente Blvd # 7 Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd
    West Hollywood, CA 90048
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

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